PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV - 16-bit 60MIPS MCU, 512KB Flash, UQFN-48 | Microchip
MPN: PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV ✓ Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $8.42 | $8.42 |
| 10 | $7.58 | $75.80 |
| 100 | $6.74 | $674.00 |
| 500 | $6.05 | $3,025.00 |
| 1,000 | $5.42 | $5,420.00 |
PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV Overview
A 16-bit microcontroller (MCU) is an embedded processor that combines a CPU core, non-volatile program memory, data RAM, and configurable peripherals on a single die. Within the broader taxonomy, PIC24EP devices sit between 8-bit PIC MCUs and 32-bit ARM Cortex-M parts, offering higher performance and DSP-friendly instruction set than 8-bit PICs while remaining easier to learn than 32-bit cores. Microchip's 16-bit dsPIC/PIC24 line has historically been used in motor control, power conversion, and signal-conditioning applications where math density matters but Cortex-M cost is overkill.
Key features include up to 512 KB self-programmable Flash with live-update capability, 48 KB SRAM, an enhanced ADC with up to 12-bit 1.1 Msps performance, on-chip operational amplifiers, comparators, a Charge Time Measurement Unit (CTMU), and the Peripheral Trigger Generator (PTG) for hardware-driven sequencing. The integrated op amps reduce external analog component count, while CTMU enables capacitive touch and time-domain temperature measurement. Communication interfaces include multiple UART, SPI, I2C, and ECAN peripherals, providing design flexibility for connected and networked systems.
Architecturally, the PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV uses a modified Harvard architecture with a wide 24-bit instruction word and 16-bit data path. This design gives excellent code density for C and assembly while preserving the deterministic interrupt response that 16-bit PIC users expect. The maximum core speed of 60 MIPS at full industrial temperature range (and 70 MIPS in commercial) ensures ample headroom for state-machine plus control-loop workloads.
Typical applications include automotive body and chassis ECUs, industrial sensor conditioning, factory automation controllers, motor-control peripheral boards, and consumer appliances requiring AEC-Q100 reliability. The integrated op amps and 12-bit ADC are especially valuable in designs where signal chains must stay simple to fit aggressive BOM targets.
When laying out this part, allocate the exposed thermal pad (EP) directly under the UQFN-48 package to a continuous ground pour with multiple stitched vias. Decouple VDD with 0.1 uF and 10 uF ceramic capacitors placed within 2 mm of the supply pins, and keep the analog VDD trace isolated from switching nodes.
This page synthesizes AEC-Q100 qualification context, drop-in same-footprint alternatives from the PIC24E family, and practical design notes that complement the manufacturer datasheet's reference designs.
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Variants in this series
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View Datasheet →PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Series | PIC24EP |
| Core | PIC24E 16-bit |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 70 MIPS (60 MIPS at industrial temperature) |
| Program Memory (Flash) | 512 KB (170K x 24) |
| SRAM | 48 KB |
| EEPROM | 4 KB |
| Operating Voltage | 3.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +125C (extended) |
| ADC | 12-bit, 1.1 Msps |
| On-chip Op Amps | Yes |
| Comparators | Yes |
| CTMU | Yes |
| Peripheral Trigger Generator (PTG) | Yes |
| Communication Interfaces | UART, SPI, I2C, ECAN |
| Package | 48-UQFN (6x6 mm) with exposed pad |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| AEC-Q100 | Qualified |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | RA0 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN0 |
| Pin 2 | RA1 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN1 |
| Pin 3 | RA2 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN2 |
| Pin 4 | RA3 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN3 |
| Pin 5 | RA4 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN4 |
| Pin 6 | VDD — Positive supply (3.0-3.6 V) |
| Pin 7 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 8 | RA7 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN7 |
| Pin 9 | RA8 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN8 |
| Pin 10 | RA9 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN9 |
| Pin 11 | RA10 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 12 | RB0 — Remappable I/O / PGED1 programming |
| Pin 13 | RB1 — Remappable I/O / PGEC1 programming |
| Pin 14 | RB2 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN2 alt |
| Pin 15 | RB3 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN3 alt |
| Pin 16 | RB4 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN4 alt |
| Pin 17 | RB5 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN5 |
| Pin 18 | RB6 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN6 |
| Pin 19 | RB7 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN7 alt |
| Pin 20 | RB8 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN8 alt |
| Pin 21 | RB9 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN9 alt |
| Pin 22 | RB10 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 23 | RB11 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 24 | RB12 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN12 |
| Pin 25 | RB13 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN13 |
| Pin 26 | RB14 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN14 |
| Pin 27 | RB15 — Remappable I/O / analog input AN15 |
| Pin 28 | VDD — Positive supply (3.0-3.6 V) |
| Pin 29 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 30 | RC1 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 31 | RC2 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 32 | RC3 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 33 | RC4 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 34 | RC5 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 35 | RC6 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 36 | RC7 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 37 | RC8 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 38 | RC9 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 39 | OSC1 — Crystal oscillator input |
| Pin 40 | OSC2 — Crystal oscillator output |
| Pin 41 | MCLR — Master clear reset (active low) |
| Pin 42 | VDD — Positive supply (3.0-3.6 V) |
| Pin 43 | VSS — Ground reference |
| Pin 44 | PGED2 — Programming data (alternate) |
| Pin 45 | PGEC2 — Programming clock (alternate) |
| Pin 46 | RE0 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 47 | RE1 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin 48 | RF0 — Remappable I/O |
| Pin EP | EP — Exposed thermal pad - solder to ground plane |
Typical Applications
PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV is suitable for 7 applications: Automotive Body Control ECU, Industrial Sensor Conditioning Module, Motor Control Peripheral Board, Medical Monitoring Device, Smart Home Sensor Node, Consumer Appliance Control Board, Battery-Powered Portable Instrument.
Automotive Body Control ECU
The PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV's AEC-Q100 qualification and -40C to +125C operating range make it well-suited for body and chassis ECUs. With 512 KB Flash and 48 KB RAM, the part can host both the main application and a CAN-based bootloader for OTA-style service updates. The integrated ECAN peripheral supports 500 kbit/s body CAN networks, while the CTMU handles capacitive-touch buttons on door handles or interior switch panels. Compared with a discrete 8-bit PIC + external CAN controller solution, this single-chip approach reduces PCB area by 30-40% and BOM cost by 20%, while the 70 MIPS core comfortably handles LIN slave stacks, lighting PWM, and diagnostic UDS services. The 12-bit ADC at 1.1 Msps is sufficient for sensor reads at 1 ms intervals typical in body-control loops.
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Industrial Sensor Conditioning Module
The integrated on-chip op amps and 12-bit 1.1 Msps ADC allow the PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV to condition and digitize multiple analog sensors (load cells, RTDs, pressure transducers) without external amplifiers. The CTMU measures time-based capacitance, enabling humidity and proximity sensing in the same firmware image. The 48 KB SRAM accommodates a moving-average filter and lookup tables for linearization, while the 512 KB Flash holds a full Modbus RTU stack plus application logic. Compared with a Cortex-M0+ solution at this memory size, the 16-bit PIC delivers comparable deterministic interrupt latency at lower unit cost. The 70 MIPS throughput supports 1 kHz control loops for closed-loop valve or heater control in process-automation skids.
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Motor Control Peripheral Board
The PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV's 70 MIPS core and high-speed PWM make it a strong fit for small BLDC or PMSM motor-control peripheral boards. The PTG (Peripheral Trigger Generator) sequences ADC sampling relative to PWM edges, ensuring current-sense measurements occur at zero-voltage switching points for clean torque control. The integrated op amps can amplify shunt-resistor signals directly into the ADC, removing external amplifiers. For sensorless FOC at speeds up to 30,000 RPM, the 48 KB RAM holds Park/Clarke transform tables and PI controller state, while the ECAN peripheral reports motor telemetry to a host controller. Compared with discrete analog front-end + DSP solutions, this single-chip integration reduces PCB area by 50% in compact pump or fan applications.
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Medical Monitoring Device
For portable medical monitoring such as pulse oximeters or patient-worn temperature loggers, the PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV offers the right blend of low power, integrated analog, and AEC-Q100 reliability in a 6x6 mm UQFN. The 12-bit ADC captures photodiode signals for SpO2 measurement, while the CTMU times capacitive humidity-sensor charges. With 512 KB Flash, a full Bluetooth-low-energy command layer or USB-CDC telemetry stack fits alongside the application firmware. The 48 KB SRAM buffers data between ADC bursts and the host transmission window, eliminating external SRAM. Compared with 8-bit PIC16 alternatives at this peripheral density, the PIC24EP cuts instruction cycles by ~40% for filter math, reducing active-mode power consumption.
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Smart Home Sensor Node
In smart-home sensor hubs for HVAC, leak detection, or indoor air-quality monitoring, the PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV serves as a low-cost aggregation MCU. The ECAN interface can bridge to industrial building-automation trunks, while UART/SPI/I2C connect to multiple environmental sensors (temperature, humidity, CO2, VOC). The PTG offloads routine sensor reads from the CPU, leaving headroom for protocol handling and edge filtering. With 512 KB Flash, an MQTT-SN or Matter-ready application stack fits without external memory. The AEC-Q100 grade means designs deployed in garages, attics, or outdoor enclosures survive wider temperature swings than commercial-grade parts, reducing field returns.
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Consumer Appliance Control Board
Washing machines, dishwashers, and induction cooktops benefit from the PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV's combination of 12-bit ADC for current/voltage sensing, on-chip op amps for signal conditioning, and PWM peripherals for driving IGBT or MOSFET power stages. The 70 MIPS core executes sensor-fusion and safety-monitoring tasks at 1 ms intervals with deterministic latency. AEC-Q100 qualification handles under-hood automotive environments if the appliance is mounted in a high-heat zone. The 48 KB SRAM stores UI state, fault logs, and a 1-second rolling buffer of motor current for fault diagnosis. Compared with a 32-bit MCU at this BOM target, the 16-bit PIC delivers equivalent deterministic performance at 60-70% of the unit cost.
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Battery-Powered Portable Instrument
For handheld test equipment such as insulation testers, multimeters, or process calibrators, the PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV's integrated op amps and CTMU simplify the analog front end, while 512 KB Flash stores calibration tables, lookup curves, and a USB-CDC interface stack. The wide -40C to +125C operating range ensures the instrument operates accurately in outdoor field environments. With 48 KB SRAM, the device can buffer 10,000-sample acquisition sweeps without external memory. Compared with using a Cortex-M4 part, the 16-bit PIC achieves the same throughput for fixed-point signal processing at lower unit cost and with the simpler Microchip MPLAB X toolchain for fast development.
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Engineering reference data for PIC24EP512GP204-E/MV — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | PIC24EP512GP204-E/ML | dsPIC33EP512GP504-E/MV | PIC24EP256GP204-E/MV | PIC24EP128GP204-E/MV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology | Microchip Technology |
| Package | 48-UQFN (6x6 mm) | 44-QFN (8x8 mm) | 48-UQFN (6x6 mm) - same | 48-UQFN (6x6 mm) - same | 48-UQFN (6x6 mm) - same |
| Core | PIC24E 16-bit | PIC24E 16-bit | dsPIC33E 16-bit DSP | PIC24E 16-bit | PIC24E 16-bit |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB | 512 KB | 512 KB | 256 KB | 128 KB |
| SRAM | 48 KB | 48 KB | 48 KB | 32 KB | 16 KB |
| Maximum CPU Speed | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS | 70 MIPS |
| AEC-Q100 Grade | Yes (-40C to +125C) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ECAN | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DSP Engine | No | No | Yes | No | No |
Key Differentiators
- Highest memory density in the PIC24EP GP family (vs PIC24EP256GP204-E/MV)
- Compact 6x6 mm UQFN footprint (vs PIC24EP512GP204-E/ML)
- AEC-Q100 qualified at 125C (vs dsPIC33EP512GP504-E/MV)
- On-chip op amps and CTMU eliminate external analog (vs PIC24EP128GP204-E/MV)
Design Notes
The 48-UQFN (6x6 mm) package dissipates heat primarily through the central exposed pad. Solder the EP to a continuous ground pour with at least 9 thermal vias (0.3 mm drill, 0.5 mm pitch) to achieve the datasheet's thermal resistance figure. Without a properly soldered EP, junction temperature can exceed 125C at moderate loads (~50 mA active current), causing thermal shutdown. Estimated: at 70 MIPS active and 3.3 V VDD, total active current is ~50 mA, dissipating ~165 mW - manageable with a properly stitched EP.
Place the 0.1 uF and 10 uF decoupling capacitors within 2 mm of each VDD/VSS pair. Use wide (>=0.2 mm) traces for VDD/VSS to minimize IR drop at peak digital switching current. The analog VDD/AVSS pins should be filtered with a ferrite bead or small resistor to isolate switching noise from the ADC reference. Route the 12-bit ADC analog traces away from PWM and oscillator nets; use a ground guard ring around sensitive analog input pins.
The 48-UQFN pin pitch is 0.4 mm, requiring 4 mil trace-and-space and 8 mil pad-to-pad clearance for fan-out. Use micro-via-in-pad for the inner-row pins if escaping on a 4-layer board with dense BGA-like routing; otherwise, dog-bone fan-out works on 6-layer stack-ups. Keep the crystal traces (OSC1/OSC2) short (<5 mm) and surrounded by ground pour to avoid radiated EMI at 8-10 MHz fundamental.
Do not exceed 3.6 V on VDD - the PIC24EP family does not include 5V-tolerant I/O. For programming, connect MCLR through a 10 kohm pull-up to VDD; do not leave MCLR floating. The 12-bit ADC requires a 1 ms settling time after switching input channels; configure the ADC with adequate acquisition time in the device firmware. Do not assert the internal op amps beyond their linear output range (~0.2-VDD-0.2) or distortion will degrade ADC readings.
ECAN signals require impedance-controlled routing (typically 120 ohm differential) with termination at the bus ends. Place the MCP2561 or equivalent CAN transceiver within 25 mm of the PIC24EP's CANTX/CANRX pins to minimize stub length. For SPI peripherals running above 10 MHz, add 22-33 ohm series resistors near the driver to dampen reflections on long PCB traces to displays or memories.
Compliance Information
AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications. RoHS and REACH compliant per Microchip product page. Halogen-free per JEDEC JS709B declaration.
